It's true, the most effective way to make flavorful Carne Asada is to give it a lengthy swim in a zippy marinade. But admit it, there are nights when you skip over any recipe that suggests anything as offensive as an hours-long marinade. Look dude, I'm starving and I barely have time to cook, so marinate...
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Gift Ideas and Recipes For The Holidays
'Tis the season for giving. And eating. And more eating. If you've got someone close to you that loves Mexican food then here's a list of potential gifts that will instantly upgrade their kitchen. And who knows, maybe you'll get some new eats coming your way for taste testing! I'll also include a list of...
How To Make Tostada Shells
Don't have tostada shells for that recipe you want to try out? Then it's time to whip up your own batch! Sure, you can always run out to buy some at the store, but once you make your own you'll always have a more convenient option. All you need is corn tortillas and some oil,...
Chicken Tinga Enchiladas
If you're a fan of the Tinga Tostadas from a few weeks ago then you can easily use that Tinga flavor to make a wicked batch of enchiladas. I used chicken for this batch but feel free to get creative with the protein choice as it's the Tinga sauce that's the star attraction here. You've...
Tiny Jar of Pickled Serranos
This Tiny Jar of Pickled Serranos is offered up as proof that quick pickling is easy, flexible, and willing to accommodate what you have in the kitchen. I had a bunch of Serrano chiles in the fridge and didn't think I would be able to use all of them -- a few minutes later they...
Jalapeno Hummus
Load up your kitchen with Mexican ingredients and they will start looking for friends! This Jalapeno Hummus is a perfect example of that -- a decidedly non-Mexican dish that gets a welcome jolt thanks to a burst of jalapeno-lime-cilantro flavor. Sure, it works well for some traditional dipping of veggies, but I've been using it...
Entomatadas Recipe
The ingredient list may look familiar, but these Entomatadas have carved out their own space at the table of Mexican cuisine. And yes, it's the ratios that make this dish work. By keeping the sweet, roasted tomato flavor at the forefront, and sending the onion and heat to the background, you'll get a unique, delicious...
Huevos Ahogados -- Eggs Poached in Salsa
Have you tried this Huevos Ahogados recipe yet? It's an old favorite but I wanted to mention that I've been adding some leftover Hatch chile pieces to the broth and it is delish! Poached eggs swimming in a warm Tomato-Jalapeno broth is a real treat, so consider giving it a go if you're new to...
Roasted Hatch Chile Salsa
Warning: super concentrated Hatch flavor lies ahead! Yes, it's that time of year so keep an eye out for fresh Hatch chiles in your local markets. If you're new to them here's what a few pounds worth looks like: They look similar to Anaheims, but Hatch chiles have a unique flavor that's generated in the...
Pork Chops in Adobo Sauce
These Pork Chops in Adobo Sauce are a great way to add adobo to your kitchen repertoire! If you're new to adobo sauce you can think of it as an all purpose seasoning for grilled meats, but you'll frequently see it added to soups and stews as well. Adobo has real flava and if you...